How Air Pollution Worsens the Effects of COVID-19

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses a new study showing how air pollution can intensify the effects of COVID-19. This aligns with previous findings that climate-related factors, such as heat and pollution, worsen various health conditions. Scientists anticipate further discoveries connecting environmental issues to disease severity.


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